50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A perfect trip, perfectly planned by NTN
The 11-day “Etosha, Caprivi, Chobe & Vic Falls” private safari that we booked with Nature Travel Namibia was absolutely amazing!
We had never done an organized trip like this before and didn’t really know what to expect. Everything was planned to perfection by Amber. All the lodges where we stayed were great, for accommodations, food, location and staff (we especially loved Mushara Bush Camp). While we would have loved to stay in Africa longer our work schedule did not allow that - but the way the 11 days on this trip were planned was perfect. Just the right amount of time in each location, so we got to enjoy the uniqueness of each place and got to see and experience so much. Everything worked smoothly in every one of the places where we stayed, with no problems on the whole trip.
Email communication with Nature Travel Namibia before the trip was very easy and informative. Amber answered our many questions patiently, helped us to prepare well for this trip that was so different from any vacation we had ever done, and made sure all the optional activities we chose were booked and paid for, down to the dinner reservation at the Lookout Cafe.
Our tour guide Stewart was wonderful – very knowledgeable, intelligent, reliable, enthusiastic, and always up for some fun (like a game of “Whose chosen animal will we see the most of on the drive between Etosha South and East?”, which the zebras won with 1015!). Stewart was as excited as we were for the incredible wildlife sightings we had and was very respectful to the animals and their habitat, which we really appreciated (we saw later on a game drive organized by a lodge how other guides crowd the animals and ruthlessly invade their space). He has an amazing eye for wildlife and was able to spot and identify so many animals for us.
We had so many amazing wildlife encounters, from a leaping Lion (on the first evening nonetheless) to baby Elephants and even African Wild Dogs! We saw all the Big Five and so much more!
The only disappointment was the drive through Bwabwata National Park, where we saw almost no animals, as there had been controlled burns along the major highway we were on.
It was so eye-opening to see the difference between the desert in Etosha and the paradise that the big rivers that we did boat cruises on (Kavango, Kwando and Chobe) provide for the wildlife. I am so glad we chose this particular itinerary, as we got to experience these very different habitats, and I would highly recommend going on the boat cruises, as each of these 3 rivers is so unique.
And capping the trip off at Victoria Falls for something completely different was the perfect ending to the trip of a lifetime.
This trip definitely exceeded our hopes and expectations!
We are looking forward to coming back in a few years to explore more of Namibia with Nature Travel Namibia and Stewart Matsopo!
SG
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fuss-free Booking and Tour
I was looking for a fuss-free safari tour and this tour definitely fits the bill.
The process post submitting a request on Safari Bookings was handled by Rishen via Whatsapp. Even though the initial tour option I wanted was not available, Rishen was helpful and assisted me in looking for alternatives. A payment link was then sent which I could then pay with a credit card and everything was settled quickly.
On the day itself, the pick up from my hotel in Johannesburg was punctual and I enjoyed the first closed vehicle game drive. My guide, Itu was informative and tried his best to get us as close as possible to the animals.
Once dropped off at Ivory Tree game lodge, everything else was handled by the lodge which included a late afternoon open vehicle game drive, delicious braai dinner and an early morning open vehicle game drive the next day. Finally, there was a pick up from the lodge that drove around the reserve for awhile before heading back to my hotel.
The only minor things to improve would be the communication on the timing of the pick up on the last day (the lodge staff has no idea as this is arranged by MoAfrika). Overall, I really enjoyed myself.
Efficiency, Professional
Highly recommend Safarilink. I have traveled with them regularly for around 2 years.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
well organised, well structured, on time and on promise.
a very pleasant partnership that worked ell together to tailor a bespoke journey on which every promise was delivered. the creation of a personal app with all journey details was a very efficient and pleasant extra. The experience with Ranger Buck has been a pleasant one from the first day onwards
PT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excelent organization, excelent expirience
From the first contact with Daily Expeditions we had all the attention and care. All our questions and doubts were promptly answered.
The guide was friendly, good driver and had a lot of know how.
The accommodation was very good, as described in the tour presentation.
All schedules were strictly respected.
Daily Expeditions is very reliable and, without any doubt, from our experience with them, an excellent choice for a 3 day safari in Nyerere NP.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very professional and careful of our requests for 3 kids
We travelled with 3 kids (8,7,3 yes) and the staff and guide were very professional and helpful in giving all information and making our safari easy.
Our guide was Manuel and he understood how traveling with kids and was very entertaining and patient with them.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience & Great Staff
We had a great experience with Adam and Home to Africa. The communication from Home to Africa was great and we felt very looked after the whole time. Our Tour Driver Adam was very knowledgeable of the local surroundings and had a great passion for his work. Adam went above and beyond for us and was very accommodating and worked very hard to get all our needs met including when we fell ill and had to go to the doctors, Adam took care of everything and rearranged things for us so we wouldn't miss out on anything. And Adam also helped us out after hours after our tour had finished, our flight got rescheduled unexpectedly and we were left at the airport but Adam came to the rescue and arranged airport transportation and accommodation for us even though he didnt have to. We found all the accommodation staff to be very friendly and welcoming too. The food was always delicious and there was always plenty of food all day. We would highly recommend this tour and this tour group to everyone and we are very Thankful that we chose Home To Africa and thankful for all of Adams hard work too.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Day in the wild / Lions' park
One of the most lovely attractions in SOUTH AFRICA, is vising the LIONS'PARK with MoAFRIKA. The tour was exquisite and very informative.
MoAFRIKA's arrangements are top of the line.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very accomodating and knowledgeable. Brilliant!
The tour was magical! Lunch was exquisite! Felt like it should never have ended!
QA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari in Nyerere with Shammah, Justin and El Hakeem
We had an amazing safari experience with Shammah Wonders! Justin did an excellent job of organizing the safari for us. He was very responsive and extremely patient in accommodating our customization requests until we came with the perfect plan. Our guide El Hakeem was just amazing. With a bachelor degree in wild life management, he's an expert in the fauna and flora of East Africa. He made our safari unforgettable with his enthusiasm, easy going attitude and patience with all our requests. He has so much experience as a safari guide and I can't recommend him enough.
We did a 4 days safari with two game drives, a boat tour, a bush walk and a bunch of other activities. We were so lucky to spot most animals on our first game drive which was one of the most memorable days of our lives. El Hakeem was so good in tracking animals and going off-trail to spot them. Those amazing off-trail escapades were really the highlight of the safari! But the rest was all great, from the two lodges we stayed in to the picnic meals during our game drives. I can't recommend enough Shammah, Justin and El Hakeem.